Master of Business Administration, Concentration in Healthcare Administration
- Overview
- Admissions
- Academics
- What You'll Learn
Fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP), the Caldwell University MBA program will help you achieve your personal and career goals at a highly competitive cost-per-credit. Strong emphasis is placed on personal growth and individualized attention to learning through small class size, practical skills and compassionate faculty who focus on practice beyond theory.
Caldwell University’s MBA with a Concentration in Healthcare Administration equips graduate students with these essential skills while providing a solid foundation in both business and healthcare-specific knowledge. Students engage with complex topics led by experienced healthcare industry professionals, covering areas like healthcare finance, strategic planning, operations management, and leadership. Graduates will be well-prepared to gain a competitive edge in the healthcare industry.
Why Choose Caldwell
Since 1939, Caldwell University has prioritized the needs of our students to ensure they leave prepared and inspired to succeed. In a recent survey of Caldwell University graduate students and alumni, 96% of responders said they would recommend their program, and 90% of those who completed their graduate program rated it as excellent or good. Flexible study options and the personalized attention you deserve will more than elevate your earning potential – they will keep you well-rounded and relevant in today's business landscape.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 overall and 3.0 in business as a major
- Two references for graduate study
- Personal interview upon Graduate Coordinator’s request
- Personal statement: Submit a statement of objectives for entering the program
- Resume highlighting business, leadership, and work experience
- Students who enter the program with an undergraduate degree outside of business need to take BU 095 MBA Prerequisite Module
Curriculum
Course Information
| Core Courses | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BU 520 | Advanced Business Strategy | 3 |
| BU 537 | Financial Management | 3 |
| BU 525 | Advanced Auditing | 3 |
| BU 610 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| BU 625 | Accounting for Managers | 3 |
| BU 633 | Organizational Behavior for Managers | 3 |
| BU 635 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 3 |
| BU 638 | Marketing in a Dynamic Environment | 3 |
| BU 644 | Global Business Management | 3 |
| BU 649 | Business Law, Ethical Behavior and Social Responsibility | 3 |
| BU 660 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| BU 695 | Operations and Project Management | 3 |
| Capstone Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BU 785 | Integrated Strategic Management Seminar | 3 |
| Concentration Courses | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BU 540 | Healthcare Finance | 3 |
| BU 580 | Strategic Planning and Leadership in Healthcare | 3 |
| BU 692 | Healthcare Operations Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 39
What You'll Learn
Caldwell University’s MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Administration helps students develop key skills and qualities needed as healthcare leaders, including:
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Empathy
- Strategic decision-making
- A patient-first approach
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Emotional intelligence
- Technology management
- Relationship building
- Effective communication